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MP pushes for labels on meat from non-stun slaughter
Meat from animals slaughtered without stunning should be clearly labelled, a Conservative MP has said, as she pushes for new rules aimed at improving…
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More than 20% hike in vet inspection fees sparks abattoir concerns
Rising inspection charges from the Food Standards Agency (FSA) could place further strain on the UK’s struggling abattoir sector, livestock groups…
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School meals could create new markets for UK growers, report says
Serving more locally grown fruit and vegetables in school meals could create new markets for UK farmers while strengthening the country’s food…
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Pilgrim's launches butchery academy to tackle UK skills shortage
Pilgrim’s Europe has launched a new training academy aimed at tackling the UK’s shortage of skilled butchers, as the meat industry faces growing…
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New strategy unveiled to boost Welsh lamb and beef industry
Wales’ red meat industry has unveiled a new four-year strategy aimed at boosting sales, strengthening sustainability and expanding the global…
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UK sheep numbers fall to lowest level in living memory
Britain’s sheep sector is under mounting pressure as breeding ewe numbers fall to the lowest level in living memory, raising fresh questions about…
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EU bans 'steak' and 'bacon' labels on vegan and vegetarian products
EU lawmakers have agreed to ban a range of meat-related names on vegetarian and vegan products in a move aimed at protecting livestock farmers and…
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Organic market hits £3.9bn but UK production remains limited
Demand for organic food in the UK is rising sharply, with the market doubling in value over the past decade to reach £3.9 billion, new figures show…
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Illegal meat and plant imports bypass Dover checks in 'drive-by' loophole
Meat and plant imports carrying potential disease risks are entering the UK without inspection, new data has revealed. The findings have raised…
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Farm leaders hail surge in global demand for UK dairy and red meat
Farming leaders have hailed record-breaking UK dairy and red meat export figures as a major boost for British farmers, with combined trade topping…
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